[Ultrasonic placentometry in pregnancy]

Area of Science:

• Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Medical Imaging
• Fetal Development

Background:

• Accurate assessment of placental size is crucial for monitoring fetal well-being.
• Existing methods for placental volume determination may have limitations.

Purpose of the Study:

• To develop and validate mathematical formulas for placental size determination using ultrasonic scanning.
• To establish reference placental volumes across different gestational weeks.

Main Methods:

• Mathematical modeling based on ultrasonic placentometry data.
• Inclusion of healthy pregnant females aged 19-40 weeks of gestation.
• Measurement of placental dimensions via ultrasound.

Main Results:

• Development of novel mathematical formulas for placental volume calculation.
• Establishment of reference placental volumes correlated with gestational age.
• Demonstration of a significant increase in placental volume and growth rate as pregnancy progresses.

Conclusions:

• The developed formulas provide a reliable method for assessing placental size.
• Placental volume follows a predictable growth pattern throughout gestation.
• Ultrasonic placentometry is an effective tool for monitoring placental development.